[Resolved] Dealer wants $$$ for Buick Enclave Avenir SUV code - any other options?

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How do I retrieve the key code for my Buick Enclave Avenir SUV to program a key?

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Trying this out on my Buick Enclave Avenir SUV today—hoping it works.

If this works for my Buick Enclave Avenir SUV, I owe you big time.

Wish I found this thread before towing my Buick Enclave Avenir SUV.

Wish I found this thread before towing my Buick Enclave Avenir SUV.

Really need the key code for my Buick Enclave Avenir SUV, thanks for sharing!

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